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<strong><span style="color: rgb(6, 65, 101);"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The STA Member Update is sent to the leadership of member organisations. Please forward to your executive and membership</span></span><span style="color: rgb(6, 65, 101);"><span style="font-size: 14px;">,

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<strong><span style="color: rgb(6, 65, 101);"><span style="font-size: 14px;">15 May 2026</span></span></strong></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Dear Richard,</span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">I have just finished delivering a<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/SV3TC6XQ4Lf1Oz3DYU5srU51itE?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Post-Budget

Briefing</a><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> for STA Members and the feedback is clear. While there are winners and losers in any Federal Budget, there couldn’t be a better description for the R&D industry.

 Many of us will need time to digest and process the detail and the mixed feelings it has created.</span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">We are pleased our consistent advocacy for more funding for CSIRO has been heeded, along with a commitment to increase Medical Research Future Fund disbursements, and we asked not to delay starting the first steps in implementing

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Government should be credited for progressing the proposed new national governance structure and initiating reforms to taxation and venture capital settings, albeit with some lingering questions around implementation.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">But there is a painful reality of around $1.5 billion in grant funding over the forward estimates being lost to non-government researchers and industry, which cannot be overstated. And the spectre hanging over the National Collaborative

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">So, where to from here? As we<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/OzdQC71R2NTQplPq1CqtAUoWe6u?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">highlighted

 to the media</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;">, we must now seek engagement from across all relevant Government portfolios for the implementation of the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/uSQXC81V0PTzv1JrpuwuvUy0rM4?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Ambitious

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">And, later this year we will launch the pilot for our new<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/g57iC91WPRTM3QZ1ES0CnUq7Tmb?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Science

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 Now we are building understanding of the business world. Register for updates on the website if you haven’t already.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Science & Technology Australia was created 41 years ago to help coordinate advocacy during a science funding crisis. It is sobering that we find ourselves here again, but rest assured: we are here for you.</span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">When I am looking for inspiration, I often turn to our Superstars of STEM. This past week Dr Sonu Yadav was awarded<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/fxJYC0YKPviMoVE8wSrFBU9P1r5?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">NT

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Minister for Environment and Water, Murray Watt,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/mSoDCnx1jniKOvy5Ni1cRUJ10Zo?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">launched

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Department of Climate Change, Energy the Environment and Water is consulting on the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/KXLMCp81lrtvMmlD3Hph8UG5oKL?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">exposure

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is consulting on<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/uYXPCq71mwfz0Z4Wju1iRUEeGUr?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">regulatory

 changes to rodent pest control products</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;">. Submissions close<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">11 June</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">.</span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Food Standards Australia New Zealand is<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/w380Cr81nyt1VEN9lUDs0U48avx?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">consulting

 on a proposal</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>to require foods for sale in Australia and New Zealand to display a health star rating symbol. Submissions close<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">21

 June</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">.</span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">For policy related matters contact STA Director of Policy and Engagement<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="mailto:sarah.tynan@sta.org.au" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Sarah

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<strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Browse the complete list of reports, policy news, and opportunities for submissions in our LinkedIn newsletter.</span></strong></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Nominations for the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/QhF9CwV1vMfA8KOp3SyuVUJqdB1?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">NSW

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Applications for the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/OkDCCyojxQT0XZjn5HEFvUx0CkZ?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">2026

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Nominations for the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/1_DuCANpgjCn64mYAt0IAUGRaZe?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">South

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Nominations are open for the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/R8EtCBNqjlCM6jZo5SyS5U2CIQp?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">2026

 Australian Biosecurity Awards</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;">, closing on<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">16 June</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span></div>

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Do you know a young person who is curious about STEM and what comes next? The<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/c7gqCD1vlpTnvq6Plt4TrUjvFjX?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">2026

 National Youth Science Forum Sydney STEM Hub</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>is a 3-day immersive experience connecting Years 10–12 students with real study options and STEM careers taking place<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">7-9

 July</span></strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Pk6DCE8wmrtg9LAP5S9UxU7dOQc?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Register

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">The Federal Budget was handed down on Tuesday. Earlier today we held our Post-Budget Briefing online for STA members. In the briefing we covered STEM-related announcements in the Budget, how proposed measure may affect the STEM

 sector and next steps in engagement or consultation on budget announcements. You can<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/lgjxCJyBrGf1rZ4XEUMfoUyhz-H?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">view

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<span style="font-size: 14px;">STA members NATA’s annual conference<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="https://url.au.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/SqH7CQnMBZf3AODxjSzFOUGhHLR?domain=scienceandtechnologyaustralia.us9.list-manage.com" target="_blank" style="word-break: break-word; color: rgb(25, 65, 232); font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; direction: ltr;"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Accreditation

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